Fluid Technician

ProPetro•Midland, TX

About The Position

The Fluid Technician is responsible for chemicals used during hydraulic fracturing operations at the job location. The role monitors the safe transport and delivery of chemicals, maintains the inventory required for each job, and communicates chemical changes to vendors and clients. The technician also supports efficient fracturing operations, follows site and mobile-lab safety requirements, and complies with Health, Safety, and Environment policies.

Requirements

At least 2 years of Fluid Technician or Field Lab Technician experience.
Current, valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Familiarity with hydraulic fracturing equipment, including blender, hydration, and C 10 equipment.
Basic ability to perform pH water analysis, including iron, sulfate, and chloride testing; verify acid titration amounts; distinguish between cationic and anionic chemicals; and formulate liquid additives for pump calibration.
Familiarity with operating Chandler or Grace viscometers, applying hydrometers, interpreting hydrometer readings, and applying thermometers.
Basic understanding of sand variances in relation to sand sieve analysis and application of American Petroleum Institute standards.
Clear written and verbal communication skills and ability to communicate effectively with vendors, teammates, supervisors, and personnel at all organizational levels.
Strong math skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 applications and ability to quickly learn other work-related software.
Basic mechanical aptitude and knowledge of safe hand-tool use.
Reliability and ability to work the assigned schedule.
Ability to safely perform duties during shifts of 12 or more hours, including days, nights, weekends, holidays, and extreme weather conditions.
Physical ability to bend, stoop, kneel, twist, crawl, walk on uneven surfaces, and climb equipment ladders or stairs throughout the work shift.
Physical ability to safely operate a company vehicle.

Responsibilities

Assign rates of chemicals specified in each job proposal to the corresponding chemical pumps.
Communicate recommendations for necessary chemical adjustments to the client.
Perform pre-job testing and generate pre-job reports before hydraulic fracturing treatments.
Collect chemical straps for the customer service representative and engineer at the conclusion of each stage.
Assist equipment operators as needed, including with breaker buckets, diverter bags, and adding chemicals to tubs.
Coordinate with vendors and internal departments to maintain sufficient chemical inventory for each job.
Record collected Bills of Lading in the BOL Log to verify product delivery, volume, and correct off-loading.
Monitor bulk chemical transfers, ensure the delivery driver remains present throughout off-loading, and review chemical floats and transports before they leave the chemical yard.
Maintain the chemical sign-in sheet for third-party chemicals and vendors.
Rig up and rig down the acid roll pump and maintain its operation.
Comply with job-location or mobile-lab safety requirements and report violations, hazards, and safety incidents to a supervisor.
Safely operate a company vehicle day or night, on all road types, and in all weather conditions.
Attend required HSE training sessions and safety meetings, comply with HSE policies, and use proper personal protective equipment.
Perform other duties as assigned.